Networking Opportunities
We facilitate networking opportunities to bring staff and volunteers from across the sector together to support one another and share experiences.
Our Networking events are free to both members and non-members of Befriending Networks. They are a chance to come together to discuss a set theme, engage with others working in the sector, and gain support and insight from our staff team. We encourage members to co-deliver networking events with us, providing insight and expertise into various areas of befriending delivery. Interested in getting involved?
The Leaders and Managers Network is exclusive to Befriending Networks members and is facilitated monthly by our CEO. These informal lunchtime sessions are supportive opportunities to discuss all things surrounding the leadership and management of befriending services. Regular attendance at these sessions is an excellent way to build up your connections and collaborate with leaders and managers within the sector.
Making the Most of Membership
New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an existing member looking for a refresher on the benefits of being part of our network? Either way, this session is for you.
Our short Making the Most of Membership sessions are designed to cover everything you need to know about our organisation and to assist you in finding the information you need for your project. They’re also an opportunity for those considering membership to gain an understanding of what we have to offer.
Great to reconnect with friends from Befriending Networks and fellow organisations across the UK during their insightful networking sessions. These sessions are just one of the invaluable resources empowering organisations delivering vital befriending services nationwide.
If you want to learn more about maximising membership, have questions for our Membership Team, or just want to refresh your knowledge, come to our next session – we look forward to seeing you there!
Browse upcoming networking opportunities below.
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Journey Across Befriending: London
Tuesday, 18 February 2025
12:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Co-hosted with London Irish Centre, a Quality in Befriending Award holder.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Using AI as a leader
Wednesday, 19 February 2025
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Discuss your organisation’s plans and intentions for the coming year.
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (February)
Tuesday, 25 February 2025
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Making the Most of Membership (February 2025)
Wednesday, 26 February 2025
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Journey Across Befriending: Online (March)
Wednesday, 5 March 2025
10:00 – 12:00 (GMT)Join us on a journey across the world of befriending with our 2025 roadshow.
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Journey Across Befriending: York
Wednesday, 12 March 2025
13:30 – 16:30 (GMT)Co-hosted with MySight York.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Befriending Outcomes
Monday, 17 March 2025
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Explore what your befriending project aims to achieve with our Leaders and Managers Network
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Making the Most of Membership (March 2025)
Tuesday, 25 March 2025
14:30 – 15:30 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (March)
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Journey Across Befriending: Glasgow
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
12:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Co-hosted with the No.1 Befriending Agency, a Quality in Befriending Award holder.
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Networking: The Quality in Befriending Award
Tuesday, 1 April 2025
13:00 – 14:00 (GMT)Learn about the Quality in Befriending Award.
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Making the Most of Membership (April)
Wednesday, 9 April 2025
14:00 – 15:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Out of Hours Networking (April)
Tuesday, 22 April 2025
19:00 – 20:00 (GMT)Chat and meet with projects across the UK and the rest of the world at an alternative time.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Environment and Sustainability
Wednesday, 23 April 2025
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Explore the actions that your befriending service towards around the environment, net zero and sustainability
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Journey Across Befriending: Cardiff
Wednesday, 30 April 2025
12:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Co-hosted with Age Cymru.
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Journey Across Befriending: Online (May)
Wednesday, 7 May 2025
10:00 – 12:00 (GMT)Join us on a journey across the world of befriending with our 2025 roadshow.
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (May)
Wednesday, 14 May 2025
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Making the Most of Membership (May)
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
12:00 – 13:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Journey Across Befriending: Aberdeen
Wednesday, 21 May 2025
11:45 – 14:45 (GMT)Co-hosted with Befriend a Child, a Quality in Befriending Excellence Award holder.
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Leaders and Managers Network: Volunteer Recognition
Monday, 26 May 2025
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)How do you meaningfully thank and recognise your volunteers?
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Online Community Lunch and Meet Up
Wednesday, 11 June 2025
12:30 – 13:30 (GMT)Take a break from all the busyness and encourage one another in the great work you are doing
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Journey Across Befriending: Tamworth
Wednesday, 18 June 2025
12:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Co-hosted with Community Together CIC, a Quality in Befriending Excellence Award holder.
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Making the Most of Membership (July)
Tuesday, 8 July 2025
14:00 – 15:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (July)
Tuesday, 15 July 2025
14:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Making the Most of Membership (September)
Wednesday, 3 September 2025
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (September)
Wednesday, 17 September 2025
14:00 – 15:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Making the Most of Membership (October)
Tuesday, 7 October 2025
14:00 – 15:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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Out of Hours Networking (October)
Tuesday, 21 October 2025
19:00 – 20:00 (GMT)Chat and meet with projects across the UK and the rest of the world at an alternative time.
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Introduction to Befriending Networks (November)
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
12:00 – 13:00 (GMT)Find out more about Befriending Networks and how to access resources to support your project.
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Making the Most of Membership (December)
Wednesday, 3 December 2025
10:00 – 11:00 (GMT)New to Befriending Networks and want to learn more about what your membership has to offer? Or are you an…
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